Welldon Kids Club at Chartridge Combined School

Inspection of Welldon Kids Club at Chartridge Combined School Chartridge County Combined School, Cogdells Lane, Chartridge, Chesham HP5 2TW

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n The provider, who is also the manager, describes how she reflects carefully on the service she provides. She explains how she uses her evaluation to enhance the activities which are provided for groups of children. For example, the provider discusses how she has used strategies to support children in making choices about which activities they would like to take part in. n The provider emphasises the setting's positive approach to behaviour management. Staff share the rules and behaviour expectations with children when they first start. They use regular praise and encouragement to reinforce good behaviour. Children who have difficulties are supported by staff, who are aware of how to explain why their behaviour is inappropriate and what they need to do to improve. n The provider has the required policies and procedures in place for children's safety, including managing accidents. Sufficient staff hold paediatric first-aid

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qualifications. Leaders follow safer recruitment processes to check the suitability of all staff. n The provider understands the importance of developing partnerships with parents and other professionals. She describes how she links with the host school to help provide continuity for children's care when needed. n The provider explains how she plans to help children to think about how they are different and the same. She discusses how she will create opportunities for children to experience resources and activities, which may not be available to them outside of the club. n The provider and the staff have succeeded in creating an exciting environment, which is safe for the children but does not restrict their adventurous nature. For example, children can freely access climbing frames, footballs and adventure playgrounds in the large, outdoor grassed areas. n The provider fully explain how she ensures children's ongoing safety. Staff

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complete regular safeguarding training. Daily risk assessments make sure the building and all areas used by the children are safe and free from potential hazards and if they are concerned that a child may be at risk at home. In addition, they are aware of the process for raising concerns about the behaviour or actions or colleagues, should the need arise.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2662566 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10332949 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care

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inspection

Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 39 Name of registered person Langley, Michelle Louise

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reference number

Telephone number 01494837498 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Welldon Kids Club at Chartridge Combined School registered in 2021. The setting employs six members of staff, of whom, two members of staff hold a relevant early years qualification at level 3. The setting operates in the school holidays from 8am until 6pm and during term time from 3.10pm until 5pm.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed documentation, such as information relating to the vetting of staff and registers. n The provider explained to the inspector how she evaluates her provision and the inspector assessed the effectiveness of this. n The provider took the inspector on a tour around the school premises used by the club and explained how each area would be utilised. n Discussions between the provider and inspector explored topics, such as safeguarding, inclusion and partnerships with parents.

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We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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